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Sunstone Hotel Investors Announces Chief Operating Officer Transition
Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. | March 4, 2021
IRVINE, CA - March 4, 2021 - Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. (the "Company" or "Sunstone"), the owner of Long-Term Relevant Real Estate® in the hospitality sector, today announced the retirement of Marc Hoffman, Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Hoffman joined Sunstone in 2006 and has been responsible for Asset Management and Design & Construction. Chris Ostapovicz has been appointed Senior Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Ostapovicz will join the Company in March and will report to John Arabia, President & Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Hoffman will remain with the Company during ...
Marriott President and CEO Arne Sorenson to Temporarily Reduce Schedule for Cancer Treatment
Marriott International | February 2, 2021
BETHESDA, MD — FEBRUARY 2, 2021 — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that president and CEO Arne Sorenson will be temporarily reducing his schedule to facilitate more demanding treatment for pancreatic cancer. In May 2019, the company announced that Mr. Sorenson, 62, had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and was beginning treatment. Mr. Sorenson, who will remain Marriott’s president and CEO, is expected to step back from full-time oversight of the company for several months. During this time, he will stay involved in directing the company to the extent practical and will remain a member of the board of di...
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Welcomes Christian Pedersen as Executive Chef
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island | November 23, 2020
MALDIVES – November 2020 – Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is delighted to welcome Christian Pedersen as the new Executive Chef of the stunning twin island resort featuring 151 luxury beach and over water villas. Chef Christian brings with him a wealth of international experience, having most recently been Executive Chef at Six Senses Zil Pasyon in Seychelles. Over the years, Christian has held senior roles at some of the world’s leading hotels in different locations ranging from Europe, Middle East and the Indian Ocean. “Christian brings a refreshing innovation to our culinary offerings and an added dimension to all the 12 award...
Zoltan Payerli Appointed General Manager at Nobu Hotel Chicago
Nobu Hotel Chicago | November 23, 2020
CHICAGO, November 23, 2020 – Nobu Hotel Chicago proudly announces the appointment of Zoltan Payerli to General Manager. A Chicago native with more than 14 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Payerli is poised to lead operations at Nobu Hotel Chicago, part of the thriving global luxury brand Nobu Hospitality and the first Midwest location. As general manager, Payerli is responsible for directing hotel operations while ensuring the exceptional Nobu Hotel standard of service and guest experience is maintained throughout. Under the appointment, Payerli has led the hotel through its 2020 opening, which culminated last month...
Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur Welcomes New General Manager Alex Porteous
November 18, 2020
Alex Porteous makes the move from Kyoto to Kuala Lumpur as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, now entering its third year of operations. A seasoned hotelier, Alex comes to his newest role with more than 27 years of Four Seasons experience – a tenure that’s spanned seven properties, three hotel openings and several industry accolades. He first visited Malaysia’s vibrant capital back in 1993, while journeying on the legendary Eastern & Oriental Express. “I’ve had an unbreakable connection with the country ever since,” he smiles, recalling the numerous Tan Sris, Puan Sris, Datos, Datins and Malaysian business ...
Historic Belmond El Encanto Appoints Janis Clapoff as New General Manager
Belmond El Encanto | November 18, 2020
(SANTA BARBARA, CA; November 18, 2020) – Belmond El Encanto, a picturesque hideaway located in the exclusive Santa Barbara Hills, is thrilled to welcome Janis Clapoff to the team as General Manager. Clapoff brings over 30 years of luxury hotel experience to the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler World’s Best-listed hotel to oversee its 92 charming cottages and suites, California Coastal cuisine concepts, tranquil destination spa, a zero-edge pool and fitness facilities, and stellar property team. Clapoff brings a strong and authentic Santa Barbara perspective to her new role, having held leadership positions at the Four Seasons Biltmore Santa B...
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort Welcomes Emmanuel Richardet as New General Manager
The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort | November 17, 2020
Los Angeles, Calif. – November 17, 2020 – The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort announces the arrival of new General Manager, Mr. Emmanuel Richardet, to helm the team at the award-winning property in French Polynesia. Emmanuel’s career began as a bellboy in Paris over 34 years ago, where he grew to become Concierge Clef d’Or before transitioning through multiple hotel departments including sales and marketing, food and beverage, and operations before earning his first General Manager title in Algarve, Portugal in 2007. From there, Emmanuel served as the General Manager at the historic Westin Paris Vendome for four rewarding years. M...
Executive Chef Ken Nakano Joins Culinary Team at Newly Transformed Inn at Laurel Point
Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio | November 16, 2020
November 16, 2020 (Victoria, BC): Inn at Laurel Point is delighted to welcome acclaimed Executive Chef Ken Nakano to its renowned gastronomic team. Here, he will oversee the property’s culinary portfolio, which includes banquet cuisine, in-room dining, Grab & Go options, and the Inn’s signature restaurant, Aura Waterfront Restaurant + Patio. Chef Nakano’s arrival comes on the heels of the property’s multimillion-dollar ground floor renewal, which brought to life the vision of late Canadian architect Arthur Erickson. A passionate advocate for sustainability, Chef Nakano’s appointment builds on traditions and philosoph...
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